Grad school is stressful enough. These are my favorite items that keep me focused, caffeinated, and (somewhat) sane as a grad student.
Sections
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Coffee & Energy
Tech That Saves My GPA
Study Organization
Survival Snacks for Late-Night Papers
Sanity Savers
Coffee & Energy
The only reason I make it through lectures and 12-page papers.
Keeps my coffee hot even after a 3-hour research rabbit hole.
Lerat Electric Coffee Mug Warmer & Mug Set
Because as a mom and student I often run on cold brew and tears.
Primula Burke Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker 6 Cup
For when I need to look like I have my life together in class
Gencywe 15oz Ceramic Travel Mug w/ Silicone Lid
When coffee isn’t cutting it, and water is… boring.
Salud 2-in-1 Hydration + Immunity Powder
Tech That Saves My GPA
Because nothing is worse than a dead laptop during a 50-slide lecture.
Turns any table into an ergonomic setup — because back pain at 35? No thanks.
ivoler Adjustable Aluminum Laptop Stand 10-15.6"
Protects my eyes from staring at screens (and crying over assignments).
Gaoye Blue Light Glasses for Women - 3 Pack
Because carpal tunnel is real and my trackpad was basically a hand torture device. This little guy saved my wrists and my sanity.
POJTK Ergonomic Wireless Mouse 3-in-1 DPI4800
So I can scroll TikTok from bed after studying.
Susnwere 15ft MFi iPhone Lightning Cable
Study Organization
Because color-coded notes = fake control over my life.
If it’s pretty, maybe I’ll actually open it.
Five Star Spiral Notebook 4 Pack, 1 Subject, College Ruled, 8.5x11, 100 Sheets
The more colors, the smarter I feel.
Vitoler Bible Highlighters 10Pcs Lake Colors
Keeps my chaos semi-contained.
DAOUTIME 4-Tier Mesh Desk Organizer with Drawer
So I can schedule all the deadlines I’ll ignore until the night before, plus it has a family version plan and get the kiddos involved in doing home chores.
Cozyla 15.6'' Digital Calendar Wall Touch Screen Android Tablet
Survival Snacks for Late-Night Papers
Because nothing good happens after midnight… except snacks.
Grad school gourmet cuisine.
Instant Ramen Variety Pack - 16 Flavors
For when I'm too busy to eat like a human.
TRUBAR Vegan Protein Bar, Strawberry Shorty, 12CT
Pairs perfectly with existential dread.
ACT II Xtreme Butter Microwave Popcorn, 12 ct
Hydrate or diedrate.
YETI Rambler 26oz Bottle, Vacuum Insulated
Sanity Savers
Mental health > GPA (most days).
Block out the world, your roommate, and your inner critic.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, H2 Chip
Smells like calm and productivity (or at least tricks my brain)
Drift Teak Scented Candle - 60 Day Burn
Something green to remind me that life exists outside my laptop.
Fake Succulents in Ceramic Pots - Indoor Decor
For stretching… or laying down dramatically after a long day.
